Activities for Every Interest
Oasis Day Camp
The Oasis Signature Experience
Our diverse and vibrant programming was specifically designed by youth development professionals to foster growth in line with our core philosophy: helping campers develop a strong self of self, connect with their community, and explore the world around them.
Here are some of the many amazing activities that campers enjoy each year. Activities may vary between the Central Park, LIU Post, and Dobbs Ferry locations and age groups. Check the camp specific pages for more information on what’s offered.
Arts & Crafts
Friendship Bracelets
Learn different types of intricate designs and patterns to make amazing bracelets for yourself and friends.
Edible Art
How would you describe food art? Food art or culinary art is the art of preparing, cooking and presenting food in the most creative ways. Campers will create art that is not only fun, but edible!
Cartooning
Campers will learn the art of cartooning and have fun bringing their own characters to life. They will be taught techniques to design their own comic book and to create their own super hero!
Jewelry & Bead Making
Learn how to make your own necklaces, bracelets and earring using beads. Wear your own or make them.
Slime Making
Be prepared to get messy!!! Campers will make Fluffy Slime, Neon Green Ooze, Unicorn Slime, Spider Web Slime and Rainbow Slime.
Everything Glitter
Be prepared to get messy!!! Campers will make Fluffy Slime , Neon Green Ooze , Unicorn Slime, Spider Web Slime and Rainbow Slime.
Print Making
Campers will learn different types of printmaking, such as bubble print, block point, and collagraph.
Chalk Art
Campers will use chalk to create unique drawings , chalk facilitates excellent color control and blending abilities.
Duct Tape Art
Duct Tape Art is the creative use of duct tape to create works of art. The material's properties allow you to add depth to an area or surface and create eye-catching effects.
Tye Dying
The process of tie and dye typically consists of folding, twisting, crumpling or pleating a fabric and then dyeing it, that produces different textures through dyes. Campers will have fun tie dyeing T-shirts during our tie dye week!
Lanyards
Campers will learn how to make lanyard bracelets and keychains.
Drawing
Campers will learn to use different ways to create drawings, using techniques of producing images on a surface usually paper. They will use different types of drawing utensils which include , but not limited to ink, chalk, marker, paint, or crayon.
Sports
Soccer
Learn the basic of passing, kicking, and defense. Campers will strengthen their skills through scrimmages and games. Join us on the soccer field for this high-energy game!
Basketball
Basketball is a game played between two teams of five players each on a rectangular court, usually indoors. Each team tries to score by tossing the ball through the opponent's goal, an elevated horizontal hoop and net called a basket. Campers will learn to play "Knock Out", "Horse" as well as traditional basketball.
Gaga
Ga Ga is played in a huge octagon put using a foam dodgeball. Players can hit the ball with their hands but can't pick up the ball and throw it. IF the ball touches a player from the knows down they are out. Last player in the out wins.
Baseball
Baseball is a bat-and-ball game played between two opposing teams, of nine players each, that take turns batting and fielding. The game proceeds when a player on the fielding team, called the pitcher, throws a ball which a player on the batting team tries to hit with a bat.
Four Square
The object of the game of four square is to eliminate players in higher squares so that you can advance to the highest square yourself. Four square is played with a rubber playground ball on a square court with four players, each occupying a quarter of the court. The ball is bounced between players in squares until a player makes an error and is eliminated.
Badminton
So what are the basic Badminton rules? You and the opponent hit the birdie back and forth over the net. When the birdie hits the floor the point is over. The winner adds one point to their score. The game is over when the first player gets to 21 with a two-point lead. You can only hit the shuttlecock once to get it over and you can't let it bounce.
Tennis
Campers will volley back and forth while trying to win a point. To win a point during a tennis match you must hit the ball inside the white lines. If a ball goes out of bounds the point is over and whomever hit the ball out loses that point.
Flag Football
Flag football is played with two teams of 5-8 players who attempt to score points by moving the ball down the field across the goal line. The team with the most points at the end of regulation time is the winner.
Around the World Basketball
A basketball variant played by 2 or more players, who have all agreed upon a turn order. The game requires a sequence of shooting positions to be decided upon. The object is to be the first player to make a shot from all positions.
Capture the Flag
Capture the Flag is a classic team game played indoors or outdoors. Two teams each have their own color flag placed in their "home base." The objective is to steal the other team's flag and take it to their own base. Players can tag or capture opposing players if they enter enemy territory.
Newcomb
Can you catch a volleyball? This game is similar to volleyball but instead of volley you catch the ball and throw it over the net. IF the ball is dropped head to the sidelines until your teammate catches the ball with one hand and you are right back in the game again!
4-Square Volleyball
In volleyball, the players set, bump, and spike the ball over a net to another team. On the other hand, Four Square players hit a bouncing rubber ball on the ground and bounce it to one of three other players. When combining the two games, you get 4 square volleyball.
European Handball
Players are only allowed to hold the ball for 5 seconds without moving when closely guarded by a defender. A drop ball will result in a change of possession. Players may use their hands (open or closed) to catch, push or hit the ball.
Pillow Polo
Players are only allowed to hold the ball for 5 seconds without moving when closely guarded by a defender. A drop ball will result in a change of possession. Players may use their hands (open or closed) to catch, push or hit the ball.
Ultimate Football
Ultimate football is a combination of American football and ultimate Frisbee. Ultimate football is a non-contact sport.
Volleyball
A game played by two teams with six players on each team. Separated by a net, in which each team tries to score by causing the ball to land on the opposite team's court.
Wiffleball
Similar rules to softball but the game is played with a plastic bat and plastic ball. When the wiffleball is hit over the "fence" it's an automatic
Kaseball
Combo of baseball and kickball. You choose whether to use a bat or your foot when up at the plate.
Soft Stick Lacrosse
We will utilize modified equipment and rules and are designed for youth to achieve quick success in executing the basic skills of lacrosse (cradling, scooping, passing, catching, and shooting). The rules and modified equipment do not require additional protective equipment to learn and enjoy.
Board Games
Checkers
A classic two-player strategy board game for ages 6 and up. A simple way to begin to learn strategy games, especially for younger campers.
Chess
An abstract two-player strategy game with multiple types of playing pieces with different values and abilities. A fun way to develop pattern recognition and develop multi-factor strategies.
Connect Four
An entertaining two-player tabletop game where players need to connect four chips in a row in a vertical “board.” Fast-paced and easy to play.
Uno
Family-friendly multi-player card game for 2-6 players of multiple ages. Built around matching numbers or colors, it also holds an element of surprise with special cards, keeping the players on their toes.
Backyard Games
Races
Campers will compete in races such as, Water Relays, Egg-and-Spoon Races, Dress-Up Relay, Hula Hoop Pass, Balloon Relay Race, and Crab Walk.
Rock Paper Scissors Showdown
Hula Hoop Showdown: This game takes Rock, Paper, Scissors to a whole new level! Students must jump into each hoop to move across the board. Their goal is to make it to another teams cone in order to earn one of their tokens to take back to their team's bucket. As the student is jumping, they can come head to head with another student.
Running Bases
Two kids would be selected to be "it", one at each base. The other kids would divide and go to the bases. The game started by the two kids who were "it" tossing the ball to each other. The object of the game was to time running from one base to the other without being tagged by the
Steal the Bacon
The person who gets the "bacon" first tries to run across his/her team's goal line without being tagged. The person whose number was called who did not get the "bacon" should try to tag the other player before they get across the goal line. Once someone is tagged or gets across their goal line, the round is over.
Tag Games
Campers will enjoy playing many different types of tag such as: Freeze Tag, Turtle Tag, Blob Tag, Link Tag and Bandage Tag.
Ultimate Frisbee
This is a non-contact, self-refereed team sport played with a flying disc frisbee. There are two teams of seven players to compete on a playing field about the same length as a football field, but narrower. At each end of the playing field there is an end zone. Each team defends one end zone.
Pillow Hockey
Pillow hockey is played with rules very much like ice hockey. Each team has six players including a goalie. The goalie is the only player allowed to touch the ball with his hands or feet, and goalies are allowed to throw or roll the ball down the field. Everyone else must only use their sticks.
Obstacle Course
Campers will run through a series of challenging physical obstacles an individual, or team usually while being timed. Obstacle courses can include running, climbing, jumping, crawling, swimming, and balancing elements with the aim of testing speed, endurance and agility.
Wall Ball
Wall Ball is a classic playground game played by children everywhere. It's fun for adults too! The object of the game is simple: a person throws a ball against a wall, and anyone can try to catch it. The person who tries to catch it must catch it cleanly (no drops).
Old Time Spud
Campers will enjoy playing this old time game! Spud is a game for children and adults, where players try to eliminate each other by catching and throwing an inflated ball
Recreation
Swimming
Get instruction from Red Cross Swim Instructors. Campers will get tested on their first day of camp. Campers will learn a variety of strokes and learn or improve their diving abilities.
Gardening
Campers will learn how to plant and care for a little garden of their own.
Yoga
Various styles of yoga combine physical postures, breathing techniques, and meditation or relaxation. It involves movement, meditation, and breathing techniques to promote mental and physical well-being.
LEGOs
Campers will use their imagination to build whatever you can dream of or choose to build from the many LEGO kits: pirate ship, robots, house and more. We have various lego sets ranging from beginner to expert.
Dance
Campers will enjoy learning dances such as: Cha Cha Slide, Cotton Eye Joe and the Cupid Shuffle.
Martial Arts
Campers will learn an array of skills such as: Increased focus and concentration, self confidence, respect, making friends and improved social
Go Karts
Campers can drive a Go Kart around our track. Flags are used to signal to campers when to go and when to slow down.
Imagination Playground
Campers will play with big foam blocks that are basically a portable playground that can turn any space into a place for learning, social interactions, and open-ended play.
Music
Campers will sing, and play with musical instruments. They will learn about rhythm and beats while also learning about different genres of music.
Dramatic Play
A type of play in which children assume various roles and act them out. Dramatic play engages the imagination, builds confidence, and prepares young campers to tackle real life situations.
Adventure Hikes
Campers will explore our beautiful campus while on a nature scavenger hunt! They will be looking for rocks, birds, trees, and animals.
Horseback Riding Lessons (LIU only)
Learn horseback riding at a local equestrian facility (additional lesson fee)
Science and Technology (STEM)
Bottle Rocket Science
A launcher powered by a hand bicycle pump or small compressor fills a plastic pop bottle rocket with compressed air. When the bottle is released from the launcher, air escapes the bottle.
LEGO Challenge
LEGO Challenge is a fun way to sneak some STEM learning (science, technology, engineering and math) into the day. With cards that range from easy to difficult, little engineers will love tackling the designs.
Video Animation
What is video animation all about? Animated videos are videos created with original designs, drawings, illustrations or computer-generated effects that have been made to move in an eye-catching way using any number of artistic styles.
Coding
So what exactly is coding? The process that professionals use to write code that instructs how a computer application or software program performs. They need to be given very specific instructions in a language designed for them understand.
Rocketry
Campers will learn to build and paint their own rockets. They will then watch them blast off into the air! 3-2-1 BLAST OFF!!
Robotics
Robotics is a branch of computer science and engineering. Robotics involves design, construction, operation, and use of robots.
Elephant Toothpaste
Elephant’s toothpaste is a foamy substance that’s created when you combine water, hydrogen peroxide, yeast, and dish soap. Campers will enjoy creating and experimenting with this great science project!
Remote Control Cars
An RC car allows the user to control the car's speed and movement through the use of a hand-held device just like a radio controlled car does. Campers will have plenty of space to race them and maneuver them around on an outdoor track.
Virtual Reality
VIRTUAL REALITY VR is a computer-generated simulation in which a person can interact with a 3D environment using goggles and headsets.
Solar Time Fun
There are all sorts of fun experiments you can do using the light and heat from the sun, and you can even use it to make electricity!